Palm Beach: Aruba's Lively High-Rise Hub
Experience the energy of Aruba's Palm Beach: white sands, turquoise waters, luxury resorts, and endless activities in a vibrant Caribbean setting.
Palm Beach, a two-mile strip on Aruba's northwest coast, is famous for its white sands, turquoise waters, and concentration of high-rise hotels. It's a vibrant area offering a mix of relaxation and activities, drawing many tourists to its shores.
A brief summary to Palm Beach
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Local tips
- For a less crowded experience, head to the northern or southern ends of Palm Beach.
- Enjoy the sunset with cocktails at Bugaloe Beach Bar & Grill or Moomba Beach.
- Take a stroll along the long sidewalk that runs along the beach strip.
- Palm Beach is known for its calm waters, which makes it a great spot for paddle boarding.
- Explore the shopping districts adjacent to the hotels, including Paseo Herencia and Palm Beach Plaza Mall.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
Arubus, the local bus service, runs frequently between Oranjestad and Palm Beach. From the Port of Call in Oranjestad, take the Arubus to Palm Beach; buses depart every 5 minutes and the journey takes about 15 minutes. A single trip ticket costs $2.60.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Aruba and offer a direct route to Palm Beach. From the airport, a taxi to Palm Beach costs around $31, with a $3 surcharge on Sundays, official holidays, and between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM. The ride takes approximately 15 minutes. Note that most taxis accept cash only.
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Walking
Palm Beach is a walkable area with a long sidewalk running along the strip. You can easily walk between hotels, restaurants, and attractions along the beach. If you are coming from the south, you can walk along the beach from Eagle Beach, though it is a longer walk of approximately 45 minutes to an hour.
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Parking
If driving, free parking can be found on the east side of J.E. Irausquin Boulevard, across from the Hilton and RIU hotels. Additional free parking is available near the Radisson Blu and in the MooMba Beach parking lot. Paid parking is available at the Palm Beach Plaza Mall and the Hyatt parking lot. Be aware that parking spots can fill up quickly, especially later in the day.
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